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Boutique Surf & Yoga Retreat in Ahangama

Explore the perfect waves of Sri Lanka with this progression-focused surf camp with excellent yoga!

The villa is situated in the Sri Lankan Buddhist beach village of Ahangama on the south coast a short tuk-tuk ride to the best surf in Sri Lanka and the gorgeous beaches of Midigama, Mirissa and Unawatuna and the picturesque Galle Fort.

The Retreat

Nestled amidst the lush jungle, Sunshine Stories Retreat is a hidden gem housed within a century-old Dutch colonial villa. Imbued with the architectural influence of renowned designer Geoffrey Bawa, this enchanting location holds a unique charm. Situated in Ahangama, it occupies an ideal position at the heart of Sri Lanka’s surfing paradise. Surrounded by incredible waves, delightful cafés, and an authentic village atmosphere, the retreat offers a truly captivating experience.

The rooms are thoughtfully designed to encircle a charming courtyard, adorned with a magnificent frangipani tree at its centre. This captivating space serves as a gathering point, where guests come together to enjoy delicious meals, engage in surf theory sessions, and simply relax and socialize throughout the day.

Waves at Sunshine Stories

Sri Lanka offers exceptional surfing opportunities all year round, thanks to its tropical climate and consistent sea and air temperatures ranging from 27-31ºC.

In the prime surf season of November to April, the region is a beginner and intermediate dream with loads of waves suited for improving with offshore winds! For advanced surfers, there are some more challenging reef breaks.

Sunshine Stories is situated in the heart of a surf mecca on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, surrounded by an abundance of incredible surf. With over 20 surf breaks within a convenient 5-minute tuk-tuk ride, there is a wave for everyone to enjoy. Whether you prefer small and friendly beach breaks, long peeling point breaks, challenging shallow reefs, or the thrill of perfect barrels, you’ll find it all here.

Why We Love Sunshine Stories

A great variety of quality waves for all surfing levels! Beginners to advanced surfers will all find something they will enjoy!

The surf coaches offer high-quality surf and theory lessons for all levels, with every lesson in the water filmed and analyzed!

The sustainability focus aimed at a small environmental impact and support the local communities!

Ready to surf in Sri Lanka?

Accommodation

Sunshine Stories offers six uniquely configured bedrooms. One room accommodates 4 guests, while the rest are designed for 2. The rooms provide a comfortable experience with amenities such as hot water, quality mattresses, cosy pillows, and high-quality bed linens.

As an environmentally conscious property, Sunshine Stories does not have air conditioning. Instead, the rooms are fan-cooled, allowing us to maintain an eco-friendly approach. With the traditional construction style and natural ventilation, the house remains cool and provides a highly comfortable atmosphere.

The Food

At Sunshine Stories, they prioritize sourcing their ingredients locally on a daily basis to create exceptional meals! Supporting the local economy is important to them, which is why they hire staff and purchase food from the surrounding area. They make conscious efforts to acquire spices, rice, and other food items from farmers’ markets, opting for bulk purchases without plastic containers.

At the heart of Sunshinestories is the belief in sharing delicious meals together around a communal table. The retreat package includes breakfast, lunch, daily tea time, and most dinners. They offer a breakfast buffet with eggs, fruit, bread, and beverages. Lunch features traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry with fresh salads and veggies. For dinner, we have BBQs and famous pizza nights. Occasionally, you will dine at local restaurants.

Activities

In Ahangama, there is an abundance of activities to keep you engaged and enthralled. You can immerse yourself in the vibrant café culture, sampling local delicacies and enjoying the laid-back atmosphere, wander through the streets, interact with friendly locals, and learn about their traditions. Embark on a whale-watching excursion from nearby Mirissa or Weligama, explore cultural sites, such as temples and ancient ruins, and venture into nearby national parks to encounter diverse wildlife.

Yoga & Wellness

Each morning at Sunshine Stories begins with a rejuvenating yoga session followed by a surf. The benefits of yoga for surfing are extensive, including improved strength, flexibility, and enhanced breathing techniques. Massage therapy also plays a remarkable role in enhancing the surfing experience. Their tailored massage treatments are designed to align with the surf and yoga week, allowing for a deeper connection with the entire experience.

Getting There

The international airport in Sri Lanka is COLOMBO (CMB). Airport Transfers can be organised at cost. The retreat always starts on Sunday and ends on the following Sunday. Check-in is 2 pm and check-out is 10 am the following Sunday.

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Boutique Surf & Yoga Retreat in Ahangama

Explore the perfect waves of Sri Lanka with this progression-focused surf camp with excellent yoga!

The villa is situated in the Sri Lankan Buddhist beach village of Ahangama on the south coast a short tuk-tuk ride to the best surf in Sri Lanka and the gorgeous beaches of Midigama, Mirissa and Unawatuna and the picturesque Galle Fort.

The Retreat

Nestled amidst the lush jungle, Sunshine Stories Retreat is a hidden gem housed within a century-old Dutch colonial villa. Imbued with the architectural influence of renowned designer Geoffrey Bawa, this enchanting location holds a unique charm. Situated in Ahangama, it occupies an ideal position at the heart of Sri Lanka’s surfing paradise. Surrounded by incredible waves, delightful cafés, and an authentic village atmosphere, the retreat offers a truly captivating experience.

The rooms are thoughtfully designed to encircle a charming courtyard, adorned with a magnificent frangipani tree at its centre. This captivating space serves as a gathering point, where guests come together to enjoy delicious meals, engage in surf theory sessions, and simply relax and socialize throughout the day.

Waves at Sunshine Stories

Sri Lanka offers exceptional surfing opportunities all year round, thanks to its tropical climate and consistent sea and air temperatures ranging from 27-31ºC.

In the prime surf season of November to April, the region is a beginner and intermediate dream with loads of waves suited for improving with offshore winds! For advanced surfers, there are some more challenging reef breaks.

Sunshine Stories is situated in the heart of a surf mecca on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, surrounded by an abundance of incredible surf. With over 20 surf breaks within a convenient 5-minute tuk-tuk ride, there is a wave for everyone to enjoy. Whether you prefer small and friendly beach breaks, long peeling point breaks, challenging shallow reefs, or the thrill of perfect barrels, you’ll find it all here.

Why We Love Sunshine Stories

A great variety of quality waves for all surfing levels! Beginners to advanced surfers will all find something they will enjoy!

The surf coaches offer high-quality surf and theory lessons for all levels, with every lesson in the water filmed and analyzed!

The sustainability focus aimed at a small environmental impact and support the local communities!

Ready to surf in Sri Lanka?

Accommodation

Sunshine Stories offers six uniquely configured bedrooms. One room accommodates 4 guests, while the rest are designed for 2. The rooms provide a comfortable experience with amenities such as hot water, quality mattresses, cosy pillows, and high-quality bed linens.

As an environmentally conscious property, Sunshine Stories does not have air conditioning. Instead, the rooms are fan-cooled, allowing us to maintain an eco-friendly approach. With the traditional construction style and natural ventilation, the house remains cool and provides a highly comfortable atmosphere.

The Food

At Sunshine Stories, they prioritize sourcing their ingredients locally on a daily basis to create exceptional meals! Supporting the local economy is important to them, which is why they hire staff and purchase food from the surrounding area. They make conscious efforts to acquire spices, rice, and other food items from farmers’ markets, opting for bulk purchases without plastic containers.

At the heart of Sunshinestories is the belief in sharing delicious meals together around a communal table. The retreat package includes breakfast, lunch, daily tea time, and most dinners. They offer a breakfast buffet with eggs, fruit, bread, and beverages. Lunch features traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry with fresh salads and veggies. For dinner, we have BBQs and famous pizza nights. Occasionally, you will dine at local restaurants.

Activities

In Ahangama, there is an abundance of activities to keep you engaged and enthralled. You can immerse yourself in the vibrant café culture, sampling local delicacies and enjoying the laid-back atmosphere, wander through the streets, interact with friendly locals, and learn about their traditions. Embark on a whale-watching excursion from nearby Mirissa or Weligama, explore cultural sites, such as temples and ancient ruins, and venture into nearby national parks to encounter diverse wildlife.

Yoga & Wellness

Each morning at Sunshine Stories begins with a rejuvenating yoga session followed by a surf. The benefits of yoga for surfing are extensive, including improved strength, flexibility, and enhanced breathing techniques. Massage therapy also plays a remarkable role in enhancing the surfing experience. Their tailored massage treatments are designed to align with the surf and yoga week, allowing for a deeper connection with the entire experience.

Getting There

The international airport in Sri Lanka is COLOMBO (CMB). Airport Transfers can be organised at cost. The retreat always starts on Sunday and ends on the following Sunday. Check-in is 2 pm and check-out is 10 am the following Sunday.

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Customer Reviews

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Customer Reviews

Cobus and Jackie Van Aswegen 10/19/23

Google
awesome last minute trip which was well communicated, friendly crew and great surf guide! waves were not the best but we realised at the time of booking that it was end of season. crew could not be more friendly and willing to help all the time - chef prepared a wide variety of food and never any complaints on that front - thanks!!!... we will be back for more!

Steve 10/07/23

TrustPilot
I've used Awave twice ... so far. This is the second time I've used Awave for a trip to the maldives. Stayed in 2 different resorts this time. They've always been incredibly prompt at replying and handled everything for us, making sure the 2 Resorts were in touch to get us transfered half way through our trip. At one of the resorts I even bumped into Giulia and Delia who were out there surfing at the time. There's no doubt in my mind that I'll use awave again if I'm booking a surf trip

Donald Ayres 11/06/23

TrustPilot
Indonesia Surf Trip/ Java/Bali/Sumba - James Colston was my representative from AWAVE - I’m an older solo surfer and James was attentive, respectful, extremely responsive from the initial planning stages all the way through the booking. And he was so patient with all my crazy questions along the way. I couldn’t have been more pleased with James’s level of service. Thank you James

Alex Daish 12/28/23

TrustPilot
Giulia was an amazing person to book with. I was overwhelmed with choices initially, but AWAVE knew their stuff and helped me with my options and even suggested delaying my trip so I could go to a certain hotel which ended up being the best decision I made all year.

Mickey 01/24/24

TrustPilot
Giulia and James were always on line to answer any question or to give an advice. The Ayada resort is perfect both for families or for couples. We did not have waves as the season goes from April to September, but there are plenty options to have fun and good times. Highly recommended both Awave and Ayada.

James 01/30/24

TrustPilot
The AWAVE team are knowledgable and helpful. Giulia is a very helpful and patient person to deal with, and do not worry, you can trust her. I had to delay my trip to Morocco due to unforeseen circumstances and Giulia was very understanding. I have just returned from having a fantastic week at Amouage in Taghazout. Thanks AWAVE!

Omar AlJammaz 03/07/23

TrustPilot
Great travel options, great customer support, simplifying planing process.
Looking forward for my next trip.

Nina Ross 03/08/23

TrustPilot
Awesome holiday to Hudhuranfushi. Giulia was very helpful and quick to respond and overall we were very impressed with Awave Travel.
Lohi's is a private, on site, awesome left hander that just kept giving. Also had options of 2 daily surf boat trips that went to other local breaks such as Sultans, Ninja's, Cokes, Jails. The surf team are amazing and we scored great waves the whole time we were there.
Stayed in a Sunset family beach villa which was perfect for a family of 4, then upgraded for the last 3 nights to Ocean Villas, both great for different reasons!
Island staff are so helpful and welcoming, and there's a good variety of food options available. Lots of other things to do such as paddleboarding, jet ski-ing, spa treatments, yoga and amazing snorkelling - with sharks, turtles and rays! We also hired bikes to get around and do morning surf checks!
An amazing trip, thank you Awave and Hudhuranfushi!

Seb Speck 25/06/23

TrustPilot
We had an amazing time on the Mentawai islands booked through Awave Travel.
Giulia was very helpful and available at all times during the booking process. And we had the best time on the Mentawais on the Maki Boat. The staff were amazing. Raul the surf guide was very helpful, friendly and coached us on the waves. Kaique the photographer produced top quality pictures and videos from the water, boat and drone.
Overall very happy and would highly recommend it.

Tom Ward 18/06/23

TrustPilot
We charted Seafarer for a 10 day trip in the Maldives. We booked with AWAVE about 12 months before. James was super helpful, really responsive and just easy to deal with. We even made a very last minute change to go to the central atolls which he arranged pretty much straight away. The trip itself was unreal, great surf, amazing wildlife and scenery. If you’re thinking about a surf charter, do it and book through these guys!
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